‘round the dial Contents Editor’s Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Crackle & Pop, Letters from Readers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 <strong>The</strong> Rise of the House of Grande . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Classic Rock of the Future . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 It’s Your Dime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Sightlines, Live Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Guitar Town — Tech Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Pandora’s Box — CD Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Reel Kool — Film Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Jukin’ City — Upcoming Live Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Monday Mud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 2 ‘round the dial November 3, 2009 ‘round the dial November 3, 2009 3
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “Let the future tell the truth, and evaluate each one according to his work and accomplishments. <strong>The</strong> present is theirs; the future, for which I have worked, is mine.” SONG OF THE WEEK: “Time Heals” While the City Sleeps: Note from the Publisher by Tom Hallett — <strong>The</strong> Geardaddies RTD MAG, ISSUE #2: '<strong>Round</strong> <strong>The</strong> <strong>Dial</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> Issue 2, Volume I (c) 2009 'ROUND THE DIAL MAGAZINE “Supporting Local, Regional, Indie, Underground, and Quality National Music Since 1998.” 11-2-09 Note From <strong>The</strong> Publisher: Ithink I pretty much covered all the bases last week as to our mission statement here at the new '<strong>Round</strong> <strong>The</strong> <strong>Dial</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: To help support and champion both our amazing and diverse local scene here in Minneapolis/St. Paul, and to continue to seek out and nurture the original work of regional, indie, and underground artists and Quality national and international artists around the world. We also will serve as an historical reference tool showcasing classic, essential music and art from days bygone. '<strong>Round</strong> <strong>The</strong> <strong>Dial</strong> plans to grow with the community we serve here in print, to adapt to changes in the industry and the world around us, and to give a forum to some of the many talented, knowledgeable, and caring voices in our 'Cities and beyond. — Nikola Tesla We exist as an entity because of, and for the enjoyment and musical education of, our readers- please feel free to write with suggestions, corrections, or kudos to the e-mail address below. Thank you for reading, but thanks even more for helping support Great, Original Music- let's take back control over what we see and hear in the press one publication at a time... Cheers- Tom Hallett Publisher/Editor-In-Chief '<strong>Round</strong> <strong>The</strong> <strong>Dial</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> Twin Cities, MN USA Tmygunn77764@yahoo.com STAFF Tom Hallett: Publisher, Editor-In-Chief, Writer Steve Birmingham: Honorary Head Associate Editor, Writer Cait Arneson: Managing Editor, Associate Music Editor, Writer Jay Smiley: Lead Photographer Joe Fahey: Web Director, Writer Art Directors: Tom Siler, Leah Rule, Todd Brandt, Richard “Frogman” Halverstein. Lead Technical Advisor, Web Support, Graphic Design: Joe Fahey Computer Tech Support: Tommy Matthews @ <strong>The</strong> Computer Shop, 705 Century Avenue North, Maplewood, Minnesota, 55119. (651) 982-2734 or online at www.thecomputershopofmaplewood.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS/ ARTISTS/PHOTOGRAPHERS: Cait Arneson, Joe Fahey, Tom Siler, Leah Rule, Chad Major, Jonny Grubb, Gary Vogel, Jay Smiley, Brad Fors, Sheldon Jackson, Billy A. Doyle, Jr., Amy Randall, Jesse Sawyer, Kitty Flanegan, Tom Hallett. In-House Muse/Rock Goddess- Laura Brandenberg © 2009 Leah Rule 4 ‘round the dial November 2, 2009 ‘round the dial Issue 1 Vol I November 3, 2009 5
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